About the role
Job Description
Job ID
R-107276
Date posted
10/05/2026
Team
Continuous Improvement & Supply Chain Projects
Location
Chicago, IL, US
As the Senior Product Commercialization Manager (PCM), you will lead the execution of product commercialization to help deliver the goals of the Kraft Heinz business. You are accountable for successful delivery of the varying portfolio of project initiatives within the North America Zone. The role requires strong and effective leadership across multiple functional areas, aligning R&D, Marketing, Sales Finance, and Supply Chain so that every launch or product change is seamlessly executed and thrives in market.
Proven communication, collaboration, and influencing skills are critical to realizing Kraft Heinz’s long-term strategic commitments. You will lead cross-functional project teams and are accountable for delivering multiple complex projects at a time – on time, on budget, and to the desired specifications
Job Description
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Own Kraft Heinz’s end-to-end product commercialization process, from initial concept to successful market launch and post-launch review.
Drive stage gate process and decisions on project progress, deviation, mitigation, influence cross functional teams in favor of project objectives and delivery expectations.
Identify, monitor and communicate project risk to executive teams while supporting the development of mitigation strategies.
Track key metrics, report progress, and make adjustments as needed to ensure project success. Lead cross-functional project team across R&D, Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality to innovate on execution processes to improve speed to market.
Strengthen the quality, operational, technical rigor within Kraft Heinz’s commercialization processes leading to improve in-market success
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. MBA and/or advanced Project Management qualifications preferred (i.e., PMP or equivalent).
Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in CPG innovation and commercialization, including stage-gate and agile delivery across grocery, mass retail, and e-commerce channels or Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience or PhD with 6+ years of experience
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams across different departments and levels.
Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and team members to arrive at mutually beneficial solutions.
Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and for applying new knowledge to improve project outcomes.
Strong business acumen, with an understanding of the economic factors motivating brand and category strategy.
Exceptional communication skills, capable of leading conversations with both internal teams and external partners
Work Environment & Schedule
Role will travel 10% of the time. Additionally, this role requires 5 days/week with hybrid flexibility to work remote 3 days/week
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$120,800.00 - $151,000.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Engineering, or equivalent with 8+ years in CPG innovation and commercialization; MBA or advanced project management preferred.
- Proven cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills with ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen, communication skills, and experience managing complex projects through stage-gate and agile processes.
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